Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 3 cups (360g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons (10g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Ground nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g)
- Apple cider: 1 cup (240ml)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Unsalted butter, melted: 1/2 cup (1 stick, 113g)
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease donut pans with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the apple cider, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip. Pipe the batter into the prepared donut pans, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the donuts cool in the pans for a few minutes before glazing.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Sugar: 18g
Dish Characteristics:
- Soft and fluffy donuts
- Rich apple cider flavor
- Warm and comforting spices
- Glazed with a sweet and tangy glaze (optional)
User Comments:
- "These donuts are heavenly! The apple cider flavor is perfect and the spices are just right."
- "I love that these donuts are baked, not fried. They're so much healthier and still delicious."
- "These donuts were a huge hit at my party. Everyone raved about them!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to not overmix the batter, as this can result in tough donuts.
- If you don't have a piping bag, you can spoon the batter into the donut pans.
- The donuts can be glazed after they have cooled completely. For a simple glaze, whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar and 2-3 tablespoons of apple cider.
